Wrap Up

Summary

Congratulations on completing the course on Nmap. Let’s do a quick summary of what we learned

In this comprehensive course, we covered a wide range of topics related to network scanning using the powerful tool Nmap.

We began with an introduction to Nmap and its installation, followed by a deep dive into the basics of port scanning and various scanning techniques. We explored Nmap’s host discovery capabilities, discussed useful flags and options, and examined scanning protocols, such as SYN, TCP, and UDP.

Moving forward, we delved into advanced topics like OS detection, aggressive scanning, stealth scanning, and advanced scan types, such as NULL, FIN, and Xmas scans. We also explored concepts like IP spoofing, decoy scanning, and idle scanning.

Furthermore, we discovered the flexibility of the Nmap Scripting Engine and learned how to write our own scripts. Finally, we concluded the course by learning about vulnerability analysis and creating audit reports after scanning with Nmap.

Moreover, we had the opportunity to apply what we’ve learned to work on an audit report with a real-world vulnerability assessment and provide recommendations for strengthening a client’s network infrastructure.

We hope you were able to gain a comprehensive understanding of Nmap’s capabilities and acquire the skills to perform thorough network reconnaissance for cybersecurity auditing.